Front Desk/ Caregiver

We are seeking a Front Desk Assistant/ Caregiver (Teacher) to join our organization! The individual will plan and present age appropriate activities for children.

Responsibilities:

• Instruct/care for children (2 months-12 years of age) and engage in activities designed to promote intellectual and creative growth
• Create a fun and safe learning environment
• Develop schedules and routines to ensure adequate physical activity, rest and play time
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with students and parents
• Communicate with parents on students growth and progress
• Maintain the health and safety of all students

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must possess a High School Diploma or GED (CDA Credential is preferred)
• Previous experience in childcare, teaching or other related fields
• Passionate about working with children
• Ability to build rapport with children
• Positive and patient demeanor
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish
• The ability to lift up to 40 lbs
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, bend, and stoop
• Currently have or able to obtain a TB Test within 3 days of starting day
• Currently certified or able to obtain their CPR Certification
• Currently have Food Handler certification or able to obtain one
• Pass a Criminal History background check
• Must be a able to work a flexible work schedule Monday through Friday 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Must have a clean driving record
• Ability to drive a 13 passenger van to transport children to and from school and or home

Front Desk Assistant:

PLCC is seeking a Caregiver/ Front Desk Assistant for our Child Care program located in La Joya,TX. The Caregiver/ Front Desk Assistant has core tasks that he/she is expected to perform regularly to comply with Child Care Licensing Standards and takes on the responsibility of interacting with parents, seeing that children are signed in for the day and makes sure that the children leave with an approved adult. He/She processes a child’s application and child care payments and keeps emergency contact information up to date. The Caregiver/ Front Desk Assistant is the main contact for anyone outside of day care, so throughout the day the employee takes phone calls and texts from parents and professionals about the day care and a specific child’s well-being while performing front office duties, including: greeting program visitors, and providing clerical support to program administrators as assigned.

* * Qualifications include a High School diploma, 1-2 years of experience working in a comparable office setting.

• Computer familiarity is a necessary skill.
• Basic typing skills and proficiency with word processors and spreadsheets is required for this position.
• Basic Math functions while using a calculator.
• The interest and ability to work and communicate with diverse levels of people while maintaining confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Excellent administrative skills working with telephone systems, copy machines and other office equipment.
• Adept computer skills with Microsoft Office, Child Care Manager
• The ability to multi-task at multiple levels of activities.
• Strong interpersonal skills, organizational skills and time management skills are essential for this position.
• Friendly and professional while interacting with parents in person, over the telephone and via email or text message.
• Active listening and clear speaking skills in English and Spanish are needed regularly when dealing with both parents and children.
• Organization is an important skill needed to be efficient.
• This position requires that questions be answered and information procured in a timely manner.
• Being detail oriented is a huge asset in this field to ensure all information is recorded and stored properly.
• The Qualified candidate must be responsible, dependable, and able to work Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m-6:00 p.m. and attend Training as needed to comply with State Minimum Standards

Interested candidates should come by to our center, ring the bell & fill out an application. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Language:

• Spanish & English (Required)